Les Bleus de Zidane sont-ils différents de l'ère Deschamps ? Pour Maxime Chanot, c'était un fantasme d'attendre une révolution. – 26/09
Summary
L'After Foot analyzes Zinedine Zidane's debut as France manager, contrasting his tactical approach with Didier Deschamps' legacy. While acknowledging structural changes like Mbappé's move to the left wing, Maxime Cheneau argues the team remains too similar to the previous era, lacking the expected "joga bonito" revolution. Farid provides tactical insights, highlighting increased short passing and right-side density that led to the goal against Turkey. The panel debates whether these adjustments represent a genuine break or merely a continuation of the same balanced, pragmatic style.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship: Winamax MyMatch and RMC intro
Introduction: Zidane's first press conference
Clip: Zidane on team message and performance
Maxime Cheneau: Critique of tactical continuity
Match statistics: Possession and xG analysis
Farid: Tactical shifts and player positioning
Farid: Detailed analysis of right-side density
Debate on Koundé's role and closing ads
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